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How Scoot Henderson landed role in 'Shooting Stars'

Henderson made his acting debut in the film, in which he plays James' former teammate and friend Romeo Travis.

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Learn about G League pathway program that produced Scoot Henderson

The team was created ahead of the 2020-21 NBA G League season as a way for elite prospects to sharpen their skills before turning pro.

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How did Scoot Henderson get his nickname?

Henderson, of NBA G League Ignite, is projected as one of the top picks in the 2023 NBA Draft.

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When will Bronny James be eligible for the NBA Draft?

The USC commit is on track to join his father in the NBA in 2024.

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Bradley Beal trade grades: Did Suns or Wizards win blockbuster deal?

Phoenix has added another star to a roster that already includes Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton.

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How much money will Ja Morant lose with latest suspension?

Ja Morant's decision-making will cost him a large amount of money.

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Michael Malone steals show at Nuggets championship parade

Malone was living his best life as he celebrated with the fans in Denver.

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Best moments from Nuggets' championship parade in Denver

After 47 years, the Nuggets finally earned an NBA title. And of course, they celebrated in style.

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Is Kyrie Irving playing in the Drew League?

Irving is set to make his debut in the historic pro-am league this July.

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Why didn't Tyler Herro play in Game 5 vs. Nuggets?

Herro was ruled active ahead of Game 5, but he never made it onto the floor as the Heat WON/LOST XX-XX.

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Michael Malone's championship guarantee: 'We're not satisfied'

The Denver head coach made it clear his team isn't going anywhere after a first-ever NBA title.

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Obama, Magic among celebrities to congratulate Nuggets on social media

The Nuggets triumphed over the Heat in Game 5 to secure their first title in franchise history.

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Who is Larry O'Brien? How NBA Finals trophy got its name

The NBA Finals championship trophy has carried O'Brien's name since 1984.

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Why Heat are keeping the faith despite 3-1 NBA Finals deficit

After two consecutive losses, Miami must now win three straight games against Denver to earn an NBA title.

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Nikola Jokic injury update: Nuggets star tweaks ankle in Game 4 vs. Heat

Jokic appeared to land awkwardly on his right ankle contesting a rebound during the first quarter.

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How the Nuggets struck gold with Aaron Gordon trade

After spending the first seven seasons of his career with the Magic, a 2021 trade to the Nuggets set the wheels in motion for the high-flying defensive ace to play the perfect role on a championship team.

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OBJ, Lil Wayne, Neymar among complete list of celebs at Game 4

The stars are out once again as the Heat look to tie up their series against the Nuggets in South Beach.

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Nikola Jokic makes Finals history with 30-20-10 performance in Game 3

Denver's superstar center became the first player ever to record a 30-20-10 stat line in an NBA Finals game.

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How rapper J. Cole helped Caleb Martin land deal with the Heat

The world-renowned rapper played a major role in helping Martin sign with Miami during the 2021 offseason.

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Which celebrities are at Game 3 of the NBA Finals?

The stars are out in South Beach for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets.

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Is Chris Paul retiring? Latest updates as Suns consider waiving veteran

In news that shocked the NBA world, the 38-year-old Paul could reportedly be waived by Phoenix this offseason.

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What happened to Jimmy Butler's dreadlocks?

Butler's official NBA portrait still shows him with the dreadlocks he was rocking this offseason.

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Meet Erik Spoelstra's family with rich history in pro sports

Erik Spoelstra comes from a family that has been very successful in the world of sports.

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What is Heat Culture? Miami's unique trademark style, explained

Intensity, accountability and discipline are several of the core tenets of Miami's basketball philosophy.

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Is Caleb Martin playing tonight in Game 2?

Martin did not practice with his teammates on Saturday due to an unspecified illness.

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How much do NBA players make for winning a championship?

The members of the championship-winning team can expect a nice little bonus.

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How Jimmy Butler turned his love for coffee into a second career

The Miami superstar's passion for java has grown from a hobby into a business.

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Is Tyler Herro playing tonight in Game 2?

Herro is nearing a return from a broken hand suffered in Game 1 of the first round against the Bucks.

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Nikola Jokic's 'I paused my game to be here' shirt, explained

When he's not dominating on the hardwood, you can usually find the Serbian star at home playing video games.

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Is Ken Jeong a Nuggets fan?

Jeong, famous for his roles in The Hangover and Community, was in the building at Ball Arena for Game 1.

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Jokic masterclass leads Nuggets to Game 1 win over Heat

The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 1 of Nuggets vs. Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals.

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Where is Nikola Jokic from? How Nuggets star went from rural Serbia to the NBA

Jokic's journey has taken him from a small town in the Serbian countryside to NBA superstardom.

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Series schedule for Nuggets-Heat in 2023 NBA Finals

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2023 NBA Finals between Denver and Miami including the series schedule, start times, TV channels and more!

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What is the Larry Bird Trophy?

The trophy was introduced last year to honor the MVP of the Eastern Conference Finals.

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76ers reportedly hire Nick Nurse as new head coach

Nurse spent five seasons as the head coach for the Raptors, guiding them to a championship in 2019.

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Butler still confident despite Game 5 loss: 'We are going to win the next game'

Butler is predicting a win in Game 6 after back-to-back losses for Miami.

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Celtics dominate Heat at home to force Game 6

The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 5 of Celtics vs. Heat.

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From Rick Ross to Nickelback: Inside Jimmy Butler's eclectic music taste

Butler's love of country music makes him stand out in a league where hip-hop reigns supreme.

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Celtics deliver after Brown & Smart's pregame warning: 'Don't let us get one'

The two Boston stars warned Miami not to let them win Game 4. They did.

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Who is Miami Heat owner Mickey Arison?

The Heat's billionaire owner made his fortune as the chairman of Carnival Cruises.

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Nuggets complete sweep over Lakers to advance to NBA Finals

The Sporting News was tracking live score updates and highlights throughout Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

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Jimmy Butler comes up big as Heat take 2-0 series lead over Celtics

The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates, highlights and key moments from Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

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Why Warriors GM Bob Myers could leave Golden State

The team is reportedly "bracing for the likelihood" it could lose its longtime GM this summer.

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The reasons Tristan Thompson is on the Lakers

Thompson was signed on the final day of the regular season as an emergency backup for the Lakers' postseason run.

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Jimmy Butler takes over as Heat steal Game 1 from Celtics

The Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Game 1 between the Celtics and Heat.

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Victor Wembanyama set to become latest French star in San Antonio

As the presumptive No. 1 overall pick, Wembanyama will continue a tradition of French stars suiting up for the Spurs.

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NBA Draft Lottery results: Spurs land No. 1 pick, likely Victor Wembanyama

In the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery, San Antonio left with the grand prize after securing the No. 1 overall pick and a chance to draft Victor Wembanyama.

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Why do the Magic have the Bulls' NBA Draft pick?

Orlando acquired the rights to Chicago's first round pick in the Nikola Vucevic trade at the 2021 trade deadline.

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Warriors defeat Lakers to force Game 6 as Anthony Davis suffers head injury

The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 5 of Lakers vs. Warriors.

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Corgi stuns NBA Twitter by nailing Lakers-Warriors predictions

Lilo the corgi is a perfect five for five so far on her predictions for Golden State vs. Los Angeles.

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Nikola Jokic, Mat Ishbia move past shove incident with pregame handshake

Jokic and Ishbia were involved in an altercation during Game 4 that resulted in Jokic being assessed a technical foul.

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Lakers' Lonnie Walker IV was ready for his big moment in Game 4

Walker came off the bench to score 15 points — all in the fourth quarter — as Los Angeles stormed back to take a 3-1 series lead.

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Warriors Game 4 starting lineup: Why Steve Kerr made changes vs. Lakers

Gary Payton II is expected to replace JaMychal Green in the starting five on Monday night.

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Anthony Davis shrugs off criticism of playoff inconsistency

Anthony Davis has been frustratingly inconsistent this postseason, but he stepped up against Golden State on Saturday night.

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Lakers blow out Warriors in Game 3 to take 2-1 series lead

The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates from Lakers vs. Warriors on Saturday night.

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Lakers give fans 'California State Championship' shirts for Game 3

Ahead of Game 3 on Saturday night, T-shirts that read "2023 California State Championship" were placed on each seat in Crypto.com Arena.

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Which NBA coach has the most playoff wins?

Here's a look at the winningest head coaches in NBA Playoff history.

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James Harden hosting Michigan State shooting survivor John Hao for Game 4

Harden made a promise to Hao, who was injured in the shooting at Michigan State earlier this year, that he would host him at a game as soon as he was well enough to attend.

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Jaren Jackson Jr.'s cryptic tweet scares Ja Morant, Grizzlies fans

Jaren Jackson Jr. had Memphis fans worried that he had played his final game for the team.

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What is Warriors' record in Game 7s? A look back at Golden State's history

The Warriors are no strangers to Game 7s, and they'll face another one this Sunday.

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Domantas Sabonis suffers gruesome black eye after taking elbow to face

Sabonis was injured after being elbowed by Golden State's Kevon Looney on a jump ball.

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Is Stephen Curry the NBA's GOAT? Draymond Green says there's 'no debate'

Green heralded Curry's limitless confidence as one of the factors that makes him an all-time great.

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James Harden involved in altercation outside Las Vegas casino

Harden was seen getting into a minor dispute outside of a hotel and casino in Las Vegas.

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Why Joel Embiid, 76ers are biggest winners from Trae Young game-winner vs. Celtics

Embiid and the Sixers must have been very happy to see Young extend Atlanta's series with Boston.

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Kawhi Leonard suffers torn meniscus in latest injury setback

Leonard has battled numerous injuries in recent years, with the latest a torn meniscus suffered during the 2023 playoffs.

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Social media reacts to incredible 56-point game for Jimmy Butler

Butler sent Twitter into a frenzy with a 56-point explosion in Miami's Game 4 win.

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What does 'Himmy Butler' mean?

References to the Heat star's nickname flooded social media after his 56-point explosion in Game 4 against the Bucks.

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Ime Udoka agrees to a deal to become Rockets' next head coach

The former Celtics head coach is expected to take over in Houston following the departure of Stephen Silas.

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Falling confetti delays Game 4 of Hawks vs. Celtics

Play had to be stopped during the first quarter due to pieces of confetti falling on the court.

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How long is Ja Morant out? Latest updates on Grizzlies star

Ja Morant was forced to miss Game 2 against the Lakers after re-aggravating a right hand injury in Game 1.

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Joel Embiid ruled out for Game 4 with right knee sprain

Embiid has been ruled out of Game 4 against the Nets because of a knee injury.

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A look back at the Warriors' biggest playoff comebacks

The Warriors are facing a 2-0 deficit in their series against the Kings, but they've pulled off more difficult comebacks before.

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Murray explodes for 40 points in just second playoff game since ACL tear

Murray, who was sidelined for 18 months after a devastating injury, is back and better than ever in the NBA Playoffs.

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Is Paul George playing in the 2023 NBA Playoffs?

George will miss at least the Clippers' first round series against the Suns with a knee sprain.

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LeBron James' crown celebration, explained

James has recently begun crowning himself after hitting clutch shots during games.

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How 'Here come the Sixers' became the 76ers' victory song

The groovy 1970s tune has reemerged as the team's victory song after being forgotten for decades.

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Is Jaden McDaniels playing in the 2023 Play-In Tournament?

McDaniels injured himself in bizarre fashion after punching a wall heading into the locker room at halftime.

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Seamus Power sinks back-to-back holes-in-one at Masters Par 3 Contest

The Irish golfer pulled off the incredibly rare feat at Augusta National's Par 3 Course one day before the start of the Masters Tournament.

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Is Ja Morant suspended? NBA issues penalty for gun video

The NBA announced Ja Morant will be suspended for eight games without pay "for conduct detrimental to the league."

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Why did Jon Rahm withdraw from The Players Championship?

Rahm withdrew before the start of his second round on Friday due to an apparent stomach illness.

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Hayden Buckley joins exclusive list with hole-in-one at TPC Sawgrass' 17th hole

Buckley made the intimidating tee shot look way too easy with an unlikely ace on one of golf's most famous holes.

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Ja Morant will miss four more games after brandishing gun in Instagram Live video

Morant filmed himself holding a gun in a night club in the early hours of Saturday morning.

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Arnold Palmer Invitational purse, payout breakdown

Here's how much money is on the line this week at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club and Lodge.

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How old is Hendon Hooker? Volunteers QB among oldest players in 2023 NFL Draft

At 25 years old, Hooker's age could hurt his draft stock as he prepares to embark on a career in the NFL.

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Will Levis talks Combine workout: 'I’ve got a cannon, I’m going to show it off'

The Kentucky quarterback is full of confidence ahead of his on-field workout Saturday in Indianapolis.

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Bryce Young vs. C.J. Stroud stats: Which QB will come off board first in '23 draft?

There are two clear front-runners for top quarterback in the 2023 NFL Draft class. Which one will be selected first?

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Andre Carter II NFL mock draft: Where will Army prospect land?

The talented edge rusher could make history this April as the first Army player picked in the first round of the NFL Draft since 1947.

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LaMelo Ball ruled out for remainder of 2022-23 season

LaMelo Ball fractured his right ankle in a game against the Pistons on Feb. 27.

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Why some NFL Draft rumors project Florida QB Anthony Richardson will go No. 1 overall

Richardson's draft stock has skyrocketed in recent weeks, and the hype continues to build around the dual-threat quarterback.

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Hendon Hooker mock draft: How injury, age could impact where Tennessee QB is selected in 2023 NFL Draft

Hooker's draft stock took an unfortunate hit after a torn ACL ended his collegiate career in November.

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Who is the fastest player in the NFL? The top speeds from the 2022 season

With prospects showing off their wheels at the NFL Combine starting this week, here's a look at the fastest players currently in the league.

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Paul Casey, Jason Kokrak share lead after first round of LIV Golf Season 2 opener

Sporting News tracked all the key moments from Round 1 of LIV Golf Mexico, the first event of the series' second season.

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Commanders OC Eric Bieniemy: Being a head coach 'not in my thought process'

Washington's newest offensive coordinator said he has no plans to move into a head coaching role anytime soon.

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Who will replace Nate McMillan as Hawks head coach?

According to reports, Atlanta's front office is already eying several candidates for the job.

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What is Pacers owner Herb Simon's net worth?

Here's everything you need to know about Herb Simon, billionaire businessman and longtime owner of Indiana's only NBA franchise.

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Remembering the 2004 All-Star Game... the last without LeBron

"King James" is on an incredible run of 19 straight All-Star Game appearances — tied for the most in history.

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Is Kenyon Martin Jr. related to Kenyon Martin?

Kenyon Martin Jr. will look to replicate his father's dunking ability this weekend in the 2023 NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

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What is Starry Soda? Pepsi’s Sierra Mist replacement making a splash at NBA All-Star

Starry Soda is sponsoring the 3-Point Contest at this year's NBA All-Star weekend. But what is this new beverage, exactly?

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Who is Bebe Rexha? Singer set to challenge Wiz Khalifa in 'The Sum All-Star Music Battle'

The singer-songwriter will go head-to-head with Wiz Khalifa in "The Sum All-Star Music Battle" at NBA All-Star weekend.

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Who is Jazz owner Ryan Smith?

Smith will be a part of the festivities as 2023 NBA All-Star weekend kicks off from Salt Lake City.

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Does Dwyane Wade own the Jazz?

Since his retirement in 2019, Dwyane Wade has taken on a new challenge as a minority owner of Utah's NBA franchise.

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A look back at MJ and Kobe's first All-Star duel, 25 years later

Two of basketball's greatest stars clashed with the world watching on as Kobe Bryant took on Michael Jordan in the legendary 1998 NBA All-Star game.

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Kevin Durant opens up on Kyrie Irving trade, end of time in Brooklyn

Kevin Durant spoke out on Kyrie Irving's trade to Dallas in his first press conference as a member of the Suns.

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What is Wiz Khalifa's net worth?

Here's how much the Pittsburgh-area rapper has amassed in his career to date.

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What Patrick Mahomes' dad said to Chiefs QB after Super Bowl 57 victory

Pat Mahomes Sr. was in awe of his son's performance as he captured his second career Lombardi trophy.

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Did team sickness cost France in World Cup final?

Several key players in Didier Deschamps' squad fell ill and miss training before the World Cup final kicked off. Here's how France's team looked.

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Breaking down 13-year-old Charlie Woods' swing and how it compares to dad Tiger's

Tiger's son, Charlie, already has a fan following thanks to his impressive swing and swagger reminiscent of his legendary father.

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Justin Thomas, Jordan Spieth dominate Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy in 'The Match'

The Sporting News tracked live updates from "The Match" 2022 featuring Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy vs. Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth.

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Messi rips referee after World Cup record of yellow cards shown

Messi and other members of the Argentina squad criticized Lahoz after he showed a record 18 yellow cards in the quarterfinals match vs. the Netherlands.

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Why was Tim Weah goal vs. Iran disallowed?

Weah thought he had given the USA a 2-0 lead — but it was disallowed for a tight offside call.

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